Freddie Bateh with Ronnie and Wanda Hawkins, 2006

I would like to preface this by letting you know that Wanda and Ronnie are the most gracious and warm people I have met in a long time. It is quite unusual to find this down to earth warmth particularly in the entertainment world. For someone who has contributed as much as he has to good music, Ronnie Hawkins is a very humble person. Both Ronnie and Wanda are very kind and made Bruce and I feel at home during our visit.
--Freddie Bateh

Freddie Bateh with Ronnie and Wanda Hawkins. This photo was taken by my good friend, Bruce Hazell.

Freddie Bateh and Ronnie Hawkins. Photo taken by Bruce Hazell.

Freddie Bateh, Ronnie Hawkins and Bruce Hazell. Photo taken by Wanda Hawkins.

Freddie Bateh, Ronnie Hawkins, and Wanda Hawkins. Photo taken by Bruce Hazell.

Freddie Bateh with Ronnie Hawkins. Photo taken by Bruce Hazell.

Freddie Bateh with Ronnie Hawkins. Photo taken by Bruce Hazell.